Business

Business June 6, 2022

Water Taxi Prices Shoot Up, “Fuel Surcharge”

Water taxi prices have increased significantly due to a temporary fuel surcharge approved by the government.

Business June 3, 2022

PUC Denies BWS Increase

The PUC has denied Belize Water Services' request for a water rate increase, stating the company must improve its business and reduce costs instead.

Business June 2, 2022

Government Holds The Line on Bread Price

The government maintains the controlled price of bread despite bakers' demands for an increase due to rising production costs.

Business June 2, 2022

PM Just OK On Ostriches

The Minister of New Growth Industries announced that ostriches will become Belize's next industry, with plans for meat export and food security.

Business June 2, 2022

Cane Prices Looking Up

The Prime Minister announced an increase in cane prices, which is expected to benefit farmers after a challenging start to the cane season.

Business June 2, 2022

BBS Needs More Consumer Protections Officer

The Belize Bureau of Standards is under-resourced, prompting calls for more consumer protection officers amid rising inflation and price gouging concerns.

Business June 1, 2022

Ostrich, Will It Be What’s For Dinner?

Ostriches are set to become a new industry in Belize, with plans for grilled ostrich to appear in high-end restaurants soon.

Business June 1, 2022

Diverging Views on Mennonites And Ostriches

The BAHA chairman and Minister Kareem Musa discuss the potential for local farmers to enter the ostrich industry amid concerns about Mennonite monopolization.

Business June 1, 2022

“Chicken Dread” - Hitched His Wagon To A Blue Plate?

A video circulated showing Paul Ferguson's food stall being assisted by a government vehicle, prompting speculation about misuse of government property, which was clarified by Minister Kareem Musa.